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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Neurosis | |||
| image = [[File:William_Cullen.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = [[William Cullen]], who coined the term "neurosis" | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Anxiety]], [[depression]], [[obsessive-compulsive disorder|obsessive thoughts]], [[phobia|phobias]], [[hysteria]] | |||
| complications = [[Impaired social functioning]], [[reduced quality of life]] | |||
| onset = [[Adolescence]] or [[early adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[environmental stressors]], [[psychological trauma]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[stress]], [[personality traits]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[psychological evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Psychosis]], [[mood disorders]], [[personality disorders]] | |||
| treatment = [[Psychotherapy]], [[medication]], [[lifestyle changes]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Variable]], often [[manageable]] with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
{{Short description|A class of functional mental disorders involving chronic distress}} | {{Short description|A class of functional mental disorders involving chronic distress}} | ||
'''Neurosis''' is a term that refers to a range of [[mental disorders]] characterized by chronic distress but not involving delusions or hallucinations. It is a functional mental disorder that affects a person's ability to function in daily life, often manifesting as anxiety, depression, or obsessive behaviors. | '''Neurosis''' is a term that refers to a range of [[mental disorders]] characterized by chronic distress but not involving delusions or hallucinations. It is a functional mental disorder that affects a person's ability to function in daily life, often manifesting as anxiety, depression, or obsessive behaviors. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Neurosis is a broad category of [[psychological disorders]] that are marked by emotional distress and anxiety. Unlike [[psychosis]], individuals with neurosis do not lose touch with reality. Instead, they experience persistent emotional disturbances that can interfere with their quality of life. | Neurosis is a broad category of [[psychological disorders]] that are marked by emotional distress and anxiety. Unlike [[psychosis]], individuals with neurosis do not lose touch with reality. Instead, they experience persistent emotional disturbances that can interfere with their quality of life. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of neurosis can vary widely but often include: | The symptoms of neurosis can vary widely but often include: | ||
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* [[Hypochondriasis]] | * [[Hypochondriasis]] | ||
* [[Panic attacks]] | * [[Panic attacks]] | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The exact causes of neurosis are not fully understood, but it is believed to result from a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. Stressful life events, childhood trauma, and [[genetic predisposition]] may all contribute to the development of neurotic disorders. | The exact causes of neurosis are not fully understood, but it is believed to result from a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. Stressful life events, childhood trauma, and [[genetic predisposition]] may all contribute to the development of neurotic disorders. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of neurosis typically involves a comprehensive evaluation by a [[mental health professional]]. This may include a detailed medical history, psychological assessment, and sometimes physical examinations to rule out other conditions. | Diagnosis of neurosis typically involves a comprehensive evaluation by a [[mental health professional]]. This may include a detailed medical history, psychological assessment, and sometimes physical examinations to rule out other conditions. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for neurosis often involves a combination of [[psychotherapy]] and medication. Common therapeutic approaches include: | Treatment for neurosis often involves a combination of [[psychotherapy]] and medication. Common therapeutic approaches include: | ||
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* [[Psychoanalysis]] | * [[Psychoanalysis]] | ||
* [[Mindfulness-based stress reduction]] | * [[Mindfulness-based stress reduction]] | ||
Medications such as [[antidepressants]] or [[anxiolytics]] may also be prescribed to help manage symptoms. | Medications such as [[antidepressants]] or [[anxiolytics]] may also be prescribed to help manage symptoms. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
With appropriate treatment, many individuals with neurosis can lead productive and fulfilling lives. However, the chronic nature of the disorder means that ongoing management may be necessary. | With appropriate treatment, many individuals with neurosis can lead productive and fulfilling lives. However, the chronic nature of the disorder means that ongoing management may be necessary. | ||
==Gallery== | |||
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<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Josef Breuer, 1897.jpg|Neurosis | File:Josef Breuer, 1897.jpg|Neurosis | ||
File:Charcot Jean-Martin Gallica Nadar.jpg|Neurosis | File:Charcot Jean-Martin Gallica Nadar.jpg|Neurosis | ||
File:Sigmund Freud LIFE.jpg|Neurosis | File:Sigmund Freud LIFE.jpg|Neurosis | ||
File:Portrait Hans Selye.jpg|Neurosis | File:Portrait Hans Selye.jpg|Neurosis | ||
File:Karen Horney 1938.jpg|Neurosis | File:Karen Horney 1938.jpg|Neurosis | ||
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File:CGJung.jpg|Neurosis | File:CGJung.jpg|Neurosis | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==See also== | |||
* [[Anxiety disorder]] | |||
* [[Depressive disorder]] | |||
* [[Obsessive-compulsive disorder]] | |||
* [[Panic disorder]] | |||
* [[Phobia]] | |||
[[Category:Mental disorders]] | |||
[[Category:Psychiatry]] | |||
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| Neurosis | |
|---|---|
| File:William Cullen.jpg | |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts, phobias, hysteria |
| Complications | Impaired social functioning, reduced quality of life |
| Onset | Adolescence or early adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic predisposition, environmental stressors, psychological trauma |
| Risks | Family history, stress, personality traits |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, psychological evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Psychosis, mood disorders, personality disorders |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Psychotherapy, medication, lifestyle changes |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, often manageable with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
A class of functional mental disorders involving chronic distress
Neurosis is a term that refers to a range of mental disorders characterized by chronic distress but not involving delusions or hallucinations. It is a functional mental disorder that affects a person's ability to function in daily life, often manifesting as anxiety, depression, or obsessive behaviors.
Overview[edit]
Neurosis is a broad category of psychological disorders that are marked by emotional distress and anxiety. Unlike psychosis, individuals with neurosis do not lose touch with reality. Instead, they experience persistent emotional disturbances that can interfere with their quality of life.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of neurosis can vary widely but often include:
Causes[edit]
The exact causes of neurosis are not fully understood, but it is believed to result from a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. Stressful life events, childhood trauma, and genetic predisposition may all contribute to the development of neurotic disorders.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of neurosis typically involves a comprehensive evaluation by a mental health professional. This may include a detailed medical history, psychological assessment, and sometimes physical examinations to rule out other conditions.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for neurosis often involves a combination of psychotherapy and medication. Common therapeutic approaches include:
Medications such as antidepressants or anxiolytics may also be prescribed to help manage symptoms.
Prognosis[edit]
With appropriate treatment, many individuals with neurosis can lead productive and fulfilling lives. However, the chronic nature of the disorder means that ongoing management may be necessary.
Gallery[edit]
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